Renters know that Manhattan is expensive. The median price for an apartment in the borough increased to $4,595 this month; those wishing to rent in popular neighborhoods must be ready to dig into their pockets. Renters can browse Manhattan listings in March 2025 to find competitive rental opportunities.
Winter turns to spring this month, and while the market will not hit the peak rental season for a little while, renters will still find more available units this month. However, prices may also climb, so tenants must keep their eyes on the market to find appealing rentals. The following Manhattan apartments for rent under $2,500 offer in-unit laundry, exposed brick, and stainless steel appliances.
Best Manhattan Listings in March 2025
1. 422 East 83rd Street #3D
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Price: $2,400 Size: Studio/Flex 1, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 30.17% Prospective tenants looking for a charming pre-war unit should consider this Upper East Side apartment. The unit features walls of exposed brick, a fireplace in the living room, and hardwood floors throughout. However, the apartment includes some modern finishes, like recessed lighting and air conditioning cutouts below the windows. Renters could flex this unit to include a bedroom or use the apartment as a spacious studio. The unit includes a closet and a pantry, then features a separate kitchen. This cat-friendly unit resides in a building that is a six-minute walk from the Q train. |
2. 85 Seaman Avenue #2A
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Price: $2,350 Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 12.96% Uptown renters looking for plenty of space can tour this one-bedroom unit with an oversized living room. The unit opens directly into this area, which includes two windows, hardwood floors, and crown molding details. Renters will find white appliances, wooden cabinets, and room for a small table and chairs in the separate kitchen. Throughout the bedroom, they can place a king-size bed and multiple pieces of furniture. This entire unit welcomes plenty of natural light and resides in a building with laundry in the basement that is five minutes from the A train. |
3. 42 Wadsworth Terrace
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Price: $2,468 Size: Studio, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 9.69% Prospective renters who need a sublet can acquire this uptown rental in March 2025. The unit offers plenty of natural light and modern finishes like sleek hardwood floors and in-unit laundry. The kitchen offers stainless appliances, a dishwasher, and cabinet space. Throughout the living area, renters can place multiple pieces of furniture. Renters will not pay a broker fee to rent this unit and will live in an elevator building with communal outdoor space that is three minutes from the 1 train.
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4. 340 East 105th Street #2D
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Price: $2,500 Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 25.32% Roommates and small families may find this two-bedroom apartment appealing in March 2025. The unit’s living room includes two windows, dark hardwood floors, and a split air conditioning unit. Throughout the unit, the windows feature a unique light wooden trim that adds a decorative flair. Tenants will appreciate stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher in the kitchen. This apartment also includes in-unit laundry, then resides in a building with a live-in super that is eight minutes from the 6 train. |
5. 326 East 35th Street #2
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Price: $2,495 Size: Studio, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 28.20% Midtown renters can take advantage of this renovated unit with modern finishes like stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher. The kitchen also includes cabinets and a large counter space with room for barstool seating. Throughout the unit, renters will notice hardwood floors and painted exposed brick, and the apartment also includes a closet. Additionally, the unit will include a washer and dryer by the time a new tenant moves in. This pet-friendly unit does not charge a broker fee, and renters will live 10 minutes from the 6 train. |
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Released on a monthly basis, the RentHop Best Deal series aims to provide renters with useful market insights and a chance to identify rental gems currently available on the market. These Manhattan best deals are hand-selected by the team at RentHop based on a few factors, including layout, apartment size, features, and more importantly, price.
Note that, given the fast-paced nature of the rental market in New York, certain listings may receive applications and be taken off within days on market. If you are interested in scheduling a showing or have further questions, please make sure to submit an inquiry via the inquiry submission form located on the listing page.
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